For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,529 students in 49321, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49321, MI are Pine Island Elementary School, Mill Creek Middle School and Alpine Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 49321 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 49321, MI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 49321, MI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pine Island Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6101 Pine Island Dr Ne
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 254-5500
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 254-5500
Grades: 3-5
| 377 students
Rank: #22.
Mill Creek Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Betty St Ne
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 254-5100
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 254-5100
Grades: 6-8
| 390 students
Rank: #33.
Alpine Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4730 Baumhoff Ave Nw
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 784-0884
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 784-0884
Grades: K-5
| 330 students
Rank: n/an/a
200 Lantern Dr Ne
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 254-5600
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 254-5600
Grades: K-2
| 432 students
49321, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3825 Oakridge St Ne
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 254-5700
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 254-5700
Grades: PK
| n/a students
North Kent High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
475 6 Mile Rd Nw
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 254-5400
Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 254-5400
Grades: 9-12
| 92 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 49321, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 49321, MI include Pine Island Elementary School, Mill Creek Middle School and Alpine Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 49321?
4 public elementary schools are located in 49321.
What is the racial composition of students in 49321?
49321 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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